Things To Do

Experience the Boston Harbor Islands

During the summer, visit one of the seasonally-accessible islands: Spectacle Island, Georges Island, Peddocks Island, and Thompson Island (also known as Cathleen Stone Island).

All year round, visit one of the mainland parks: Worlds End, Deer Island, Nut Island, and Webb Memorial State Park.

 

Explore One of the Boston Harbor Islands

Choose an island and plan your adventure!

Explore One of the Mainland Parks

Visit one of the four mainland parks!

 

 

Ranger-led Programs

Georges Island

Fort Tours

Join the rangers of the Boston Harbor Islands for a tour of Fort Warren

Spectacle Island

Hike with a Ranger

Hike one of the drumlins on Spectacle Island with a ranger

Volunteer

Stewardship Saturdays

Work alongside park staff clearing invasive species, improving trails, and protecting important habitat areas

 

Specialty Programs

Lighting up the Harbor

Lighthouse Cruises

Learn more about the three still standing lighthouses in Boston Harbor

Peddocks Island

Camp on the Boston Harbor Islands

Experience the ultimate urban escape with an overnight camping stay on the Boston Harbor Islands

 

Self-Guided Activities

Spectacle Island

Hike the Drumlins

Explore five miles of walking trails with stunning views on Spectacle Island

Spectacle Island

Swim in Boston Harbor

Cool off on a hot day and take a dip in Boston Harbor

Georges Island

Explore Fort Warren

Explore the fort and take a self-guided audio tour

 

Youth Activities

Become a Junior Ranger

Do you have what it takes to be a Junior Ranger of the Boston Harbor Islands?

National Parks of Boston

Find Your Park Anywhere

Find your park anywhere through fun activities!

Art in the Park

Join our volunteers on the Boston Harbor Islands to create your very own piece of artwork!